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Overview

The Cat® 232D Skid Steer Loader, with its vertical lift design, delivers extended reach and lift height for quick and easy truck loading. Its stability and lifting performance provides excellent material handling.

Engine

Engine Model
Cat C2.2 CRDI
Net Flywheel Power
65.80 hp
49.10 kW
Peak Torque at 1,500 rpm SAE J1995
153.00 lbf-ft
208.00 N·m
Net Power - SAE 1349
65.80 HP
49.10 kW
Net Power ISO 9249
66.50 hp
49.60 kW
Net Power SAE 1349
65.80 hp
49.10 kW
Displacement
134.30 in³
2.20 L
Stroke
3.90 in
100.00 mm
Bore
3.30 in
84.00 mm

Operating Specifications

Rated Operating Capacity
1850.00 lb
839.00 kg
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
1950.00 lb
885.00 kg
Tipping Load
3700.00 lb
1679.00 kg
Breakout Force, Tilt Cylinder
3984.00 lb
1807.00 kg

Weights

Operating Weight
6213.00 lb
2818.00 kg

Dimensions

Wheelbase
41.50 in
1054.00 mm
Length without Bucket
99.30 in
2523.00 mm
Length with Bucket on Ground
127.30 in
3233.00 mm
Height to Top of Cab
79.90 in
2029.00 mm
Maximum Overall Height
150.90 in
3832.00 mm
Bucket Pin Height at Maximum Lift
118.10 in
3001.00 mm
Bucket Pin Height at Carry Position
8.40 in
214.00 mm
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump
25.70 in
653.00 mm
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
88.70 in
2254.00 mm
Ground Clearance
6.70 in
170.00 mm
Departure Angle
27.9°
Bumper Overhang - Behind Rear Axle
35.20 in
894.00 mm
Maximum Dump Angle
47.4°
Vehicle Width over Tires
58.90 in
1497.00 mm
Turning Radius from Center – Machine Rear
59.60 in
1513.00 mm
Turning Radius from Center – Coupler
43.40 in
1102.00 mm
Turning Radius from Center – Bucket
77.80 in
1976.00 mm
Maximum Reach with Arms Parallel to Ground
49.20 in
1249.00 mm
Rack Back Angle at Maximum Height
88.2°
Bucket Pin Reach at Maximum Lift
8.80 in
224.00 mm

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic Flow – Standard: Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3336.00 psi
23000.00 kPa
Hydraulic Flow – Standard: Loader Hydraulic Flow
18.00 gal/min
69.00 L/min
Hydraulic Flow – Standard: Hydraulic Power (calculated)
35.50 hp
26.50 kW
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow: Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3336.00 psi
23000.00 kPa
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow: Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
26.00 gal/min
99.00 L/min
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow: Hydraulic Power (calculated)
50.90 hp
38.00 kW

Cab

ROPS
ISO 3471:2008
FOPS
ISO 3449:2005 Level I
FOPS Level II
ISO 3449:2005 Level II

Power Train

Travel Speed (Forward or Reverse): One Speed
7.60 mph
12.30 km/h
Travel Speed (Forward or Reverse): Two Speed Option
11.10 mph
17.80 km/h

Service Refill Capacities

Chain Box, each side
1.80 gal
7.00 L
Cooling System
3.20 gal
12.00 L
Engine Crankcase
2.60 gal
10.00 L
Fuel Tank
15.10 gal
57.00 L
Hydraulic System
11.90 gal
45.00 L
Hydraulic Tank
9.00 gal
34.00 L

Noise Level

Inside Cab*
83 dB(A)
Outside Cab**
101 dB(A)

Weights

Note
*Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, single speed, 1524 mm (60 in) dirt bucket, Cat 10 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, C0 cab (OROPS, static seat), 880 CCA battery, manual quick coupler, no self level and no optional counterweights (unless otherwise noted).

Operating Specifications

Note
Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, single speed, 1524 mm (60 in) dirt bucket, Cat 10 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, C0 cab (OROPS, static seat), 880 CCA battery, manual quick coupler, no self level and no optional counterweights (unless otherwise noted).

Noise Level

Note
Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
Note
*The declared dynamic operator sound pressure levels per ISO 6396:2008. The measurements were conducted with the cab doors and windows closed and at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The sound level may vary at different engine cooling fan speeds.
Note
**The labeled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditions specified in 2000/14/EC.

Dimensions

Note
Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, single speed, 1524 mm (60 in) dirt bucket, Cat 10 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, C0 cab (OROPS, static seat), 880 CCA battery, manual quick coupler, no self level and no optional counterweights (unless otherwise noted).

Air Conditioning System

Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.81 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.158 metric tonnes.

Engine

Engine Model
Cat C2.2 CRDI
Net Flywheel Power
65.80 HP
49.10 kW
Gross Power - SAE J1995
67.10 HP
50.10 kW
Displacement
134.30 in³
2.20 l
Stroke
3.90 in
100.00 mm
Bore
3.30 in
84.00 mm
Net Power - ISO 9249
66.50 HP
49.60 kW
Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995
153.00 ft·lbf
208.00 N·m

Weights

Operating Weight
6213.00 lb
2818.00 kg

Operating Specifications

Rated Operating Capacity
1850.00 lb
839.00 kg
Tipping Load
3700.00 lb
1679.00 kg
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
3984.00 lb
1807.00 kg
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
1950.00 lb
885.00 kg

Dimensions

Wheel Base
41.50 in
1054.00 mm
Height - Top of Cab
79.90 in
2029.00 mm
Vehicle Width over Tires
58.90 in
1497.00 mm
Ground Clearance
6.70 in
170.00 mm
Departure Angle
27.9°
Maximum Dump Angle
47.4°
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
8.40 in
214.00 mm
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
118.10 in
3001.00 mm
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift
8.80 in
224.00 mm
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
88.70 in
2254.00 mm
Length - With Bucket on Ground
127.30 in
3233.00 mm
Length - Without Bucket
99.30 in
2523.00 mm
Maximum Overall Height
150.90 in
3832.00 mm
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground
49.20 in
1249.00 mm
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
88.2°
Turning Radius from Center - Bucket
77.80 in
1976.00 mm
Turning Radius from Center - Coupler
43.40 in
1102.00 mm
Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear
59.60 in
1513.00 mm

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
50.90 HP
38.00 kW
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
26.00 gal/min
99.00 l/min
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3336.00 psi
23000.00 kPa
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
35.50 HP
26.50 kW
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow
18.00 gal/min
69.00 l/min
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3336.00 psi
23000.00 kPa

Cab

ROPS
ISO 3471:2008
FOPS
ISO 3449:2005 Level I
FOPS Level II
ISO 3449:2005 Level II

Power Train

Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed
7.60 mile/h
12.30 km/h
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed Option
11.10 mile/h
17.80 km/h

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System
3.20 gal (US)
12.00 l
Engine Crankcase
2.60 gal (US)
10.00 l
Fuel Tank
15.10 gal (US)
57.00 l
Hydraulic System
11.90 gal (US)
45.00 l
Hydraulic Tank
9.00 gal (US)
34.00 l
Chain Box - Each Side
1.80 gal (US)
7.00 l

Air Conditioning System

Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.81 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.158 metric tonnes.

Dimensions

Note
Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, single speed, 1524 mm (60 in) dirt bucket, Cat 10 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, C0 cab (OROPS, static seat), 880 CCA battery, manual quick coupler, no self level and no optional counterweights (unless otherwise noted).

Noise Level

Inside Cab*
83 dB(A)
Note (1)
Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
Note (2)
*The declared dynamic operator sound pressure levels per ISO 6396:2008. The measurements were conducted with the cab doors and windows closed and at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The sound level may vary at different engine cooling fan speeds.
Note (3)
**The labeled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditions specified in 2000/14/EC.
Outside Cab**
101 dB(A)

Operating Specifications

Note
Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, single speed, 1524 mm (60 in) dirt bucket, Cat 10 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, C0 cab (OROPS, static seat), 880 CCA battery, manual quick coupler, no self level and no optional counterweights (unless otherwise noted).

Weights

Note
*Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, single speed, 1524 mm (60 in) dirt bucket, Cat 10 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, C0 cab (OROPS, static seat), 880 CCA battery, manual quick coupler, no self level and no optional counterweights (unless otherwise noted).
Features

Comfortable Cab

Industry leading sealed and pressurized cab option provides a cleaner and quieter operating environment with excellent work tool visibility. Available high-back, heated, air ride seat with seat mounted adjustable joystick controls makes the D Series the industry leader in operator comfort.

Advanced Display

Maximize machine capability and control with optional Advanced Display providing on-screen adjustments for implement response, hystat response and creep control. Also features multi-language functionality with customizable layouts, security system and rearview camera.

Powerful Performance

High performance power train provides maximum performance and production capability through the Electronic Torque Management system, optional two speed travel and an electronic hand/foot throttle with decel pedal capability. High Flow hydraulic system is available for applications that demand maximum hydraulic work tool performance. Electronically controlled Cat C2.2 engine provides high horsepower and torque while meeting U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final (EU Stage IIIB) emission standards. Cat “Intelligent Leveling” system (ILEV) provides industry leading technology, integration and optional features such as dual direction self level, work tool return to dig and work tool positioner.

Ride Control

Speed Sensitive Ride Control option improves operation on rough terrain, enabling better load retention, increased productivity and greater operator comfort.

Outstanding Versatility

Broad range of performance matched Cat Work Tools make the Cat Skid Steer Loader the most versatile machine on the job site.

Easy Service

Ground level access to all daily service and routine maintenance points helps reduce machine downtime for greater productivity.

Sales Features

Comfortable Cab

Industry leading sealed and pressurized cab option provides a cleaner and quieter operating environment with excellent work tool visibility. Available high-back, heated, air ride seat with seat mounted adjustable joystick controls makes the D Series the industry leader in operator comfort.

Advanced Display

Maximize machine capability and control with optional Advanced Display providing on-screen adjustments for implement response, hystat response and creep control. Also features multi-language functionality with customizable layouts, security system and rearview camera.

Powerful Performance

High performance power train provides maximum performance and production capability through the Electronic Torque Management system, optional two speed travel and an electronic hand/foot throttle with decel pedal capability. High Flow hydraulic system is available for applications that demand maximum hydraulic work tool performance. Electronically controlled Cat C2.2 engine provides high horsepower and torque while meeting U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final (EU Stage IIIB) emission standards. Cat “Intelligent Leveling” system (ILEV) provides industry leading technology, integration and optional features such as dual direction self level, work tool return to dig and work tool positioner.

Ride Control

Speed Sensitive Ride Control option improves operation on rough terrain, enabling better load retention, increased productivity and greater operator comfort.

Outstanding Versatility

Broad range of performance matched Cat Work Tools make the Cat Skid Steer Loader the most versatile machine on the job site.

Easy Service

Ground level access to all daily service and routine maintenance points helps reduce machine downtime for greater productivity.
Standard Equipment
  • ELECTRICAL
    • 12 volt Electrical System
    • 80 ampere Alternator
    • Ignition Key Start/Stop Switch
    • Lights: Gauge Backlighting, Two Rear Tail Lights, Two Adjustable Front and Rear Halogen Lights, Dome Light
    • Backup Alarm
    • Heavy Duty Battery, 880 CCA
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Gauges: Fuel Level, Hour Meter
    • Operator Warning System Indicators: Air Filter Restriction, Alternator Output, Armrest Raised/Operator Out of Seat, Engine Coolant Temperature, Engine Oil Pressure, Glow Plug Activation, Hydraulic Filter Restriction, Hydraulic Oil Temperature, Parking Brake Engaged
    • Adjustable Vinyl Seat
    • Fold In Ergonomic Contoured Armrest
    • Control Interlock System, when operator leaves seat or armrest raised: Hydraulic System Disables, Hydrostatic Transmission Disables, Parking Brake Engages
    • ROPS Cab, Open, Tilt Up
    • FOPS, Level I
    • Top and Rear Windows
    • Floor Mat
    • Interior Rearview Mirror
    • 12 volt Electric Socket
    • Horn
    • Hand (Dial) Throttle, Electronic
    • Adjustable Joystick Controls
    • Anti-theft Security System with 6-button Keypad
    • Storage Compartment with Netting
  • POWER TRAIN
    • Cat C2.2, Turbo Diesel Engine, Meeting Tier 4 Final/Stage IIIB Emission Standards
    • Air Cleaner, Dual Element, Radial Seal
    • S·O·SSM Sampling Valve, Hydraulic Oil
    • Filters, Cartridge-type, Hydraulic
    • Filters, Cartridge-type, Fuel and Water Separator
    • ATAAC/Radiator/Hydraulic Oil Cooler (side-by-side)
    • Spring Applied, Hydraulically Released Parking Brakes
    • Hydrostatic Transmission
    • Four Wheel Chain Drive
  • OTHER
    • Engine Enclosure, Lockable
    • Extended Life Antifreeze, –36° C (–33° F)
    • Machine Tie Down Points (6)
    • Support, Lift Arm
    • Hydraulic Oil Level Sight Gauge
    • Radiator Coolant Level Sight Gauge
    • Radiator, Expansion Bottle
    • Cat ToughGuard™ Hose
    • Auxiliary, Hydraulics, Continuous Flow
    • Heavy Duty, Flat Faced Quick Disconnects with Integrated Pressure Release
    • Split D-Ring to Route Work Tool Hoses Along Side of Left Lift Arm
    • Electrical Outlet, Beacon
    • Belly Pan Cleanout
    • Variable Speed Demand Fan
    • Product Link™ PL240, Cellular
  • MANDATORY EQUIPMENT
    • Hydraulics, Standard or High Flow
    • Quick Coupler, Mechanical or Powered
    • Seat Belt, 50 mm (2 in) or 75 mm (3 in)
    • EU Preparation Package (Europe only)
    • Power Train: One Speed, One Speed with Ride Control, Two Speed or Two Speed with Ride Control
    • Tires, 10 × 16.5
    • PERFORMANCE PACKAGES:
      • Performance Package H1: Standard Flow Hydraulics (No Self Level)
      • Performance Package H2: Standard Flow Hydraulics, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower)
      • Performance Package H3: High Flow Hydraulics, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower)
    • COMFORT PACKAGES:
      • Open ROPS (C0): Static Seat (No Foot Throttle, Headliner, Heater or Door)
      • Open ROPS (C1): Foot Throttle, Headliner, Cup Holder, and choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension or High Back, Heated, Air Ride Seat) (No Heater or Door)
      • Enclosed ROPS with Heater (C2): Foot Throttle, Headliner, Heater and Defroster, Side Windows, Cup Holder, Radio Ready, choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension or High Back, Heated, Air Ride Seat) and Door (Glass or Polycarbonate)
      • Enclosed ROPS with A/C (C3): C2 + Air Conditioner
Optional Equipment
  • OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
    • Hand-Foot Style Controls
    • External Counterweights
    • Beacon, Rotating
    • Engine Block Heater – 120V
    • Oil, Hydraulic, Cold Operation
    • Paint, Custom
    • Product Link PL641, Cellular
    • Advanced Display: Full Color, 5 in LCD screen, Advanced Multi-operator Security System, On-screen Adjustments for Implement Response, Hystat Response, and Creep Control; Rearview Camera Ready
    • Advanced Display: Rearview Camera Included (standard equipment in Europe only)
    • Work Tool Return to Dig and Work Tool Positioner
    • Bluetooth Radio with Microphone (AM/FM/Weather Band Receiver with USB and Auxiliary Input Jack)